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Antbear Guest House

Box 525 Estcourt 3310, Drakensberg Region 3310, South Africa
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Pretoria
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49 reviews 49 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Antbear lodge is in a stunning location with fantastic views. We found the rooms very interesting and quirky with wonderful woodwork. The rooms are nice and spacious and we also had a fireplace in our room. The furniture in the bedroom was nice but those in the lounge area does seem quite run down. The catering was somewhat of a... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We spent 2 days in the Luxury Cave at Antbear Guest House and 1 day in a Luxury Suite. The accommodation was wonderful especially the Cave - what a wonderful idea and well put together - it was just awesome seeing the sun set from the deck. Antbear is situated in such a way that accessibility to Giants Castle, Kamberg,... More

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Yukon Territory, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

What a fantastic place! Great food, awesome room with hand made wooden decorating, wonderful staff and such a relaxed atmosphere. I met a young honeymooning couple from the UK and they said the best part of their stay was the breakfasts that invariably went on for 1.5 to 2 hours chatting with the owner and the other guests. Such a... More

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England
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

We stayed 3 nights and were the only guests there.The room was good - but smelt as if it hadn't been aired for weeks - until we left the windows open for some hours. The location is superb (once you get there down miles of unmade road). We enjoyed the host's company and the quirky accommodation. As there is nowhere... More

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Fairfax, Virginia
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

Antbear Guesthouse is a stunning place in the heart of the Drakensberg mountains, where the indigenous people of Southern Africa, known as the Bushmen, inscribed their lifestyle and culture in the form of art paintings that can be seen in gigantic caves at about 2,000 to 3,000 meters above sea level. Antbear is not just a Guesthouse. It is a... More

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Altamira, Dominican Republic
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2012

My husband and I visited this wonderful piece of Eden for two nights. The natural setting is stunning and Connie and Andrew have managed to encase all this beauty with an atmosphere of comfort and ease. The cottages are smartly appointed and individually designed and, for the ultimate experience, do book "the cave". All the guests gather at the "main"... More

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Barcelona, Spain
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

We, three couples with four children out of Spain stayed three night in three cottages. The rooms are nicely decorated, the beds were comfortable, the bathrooms had big showers and a jacuzzi. We loved the fireplaces as in the evening it got cold outside. The central guest house does have a nice sitting area around a fire place, where you... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 June 2012 via mobile

Our visit to the Antbear served as a wonderful retreat from hectic city life in nearby Durban just over 2 hours away. The first impressions you will notice is the genuinely warm welcome from Andrew, Connie and their team of wonderful staff. Most of the people working here live just down in the valley from the farm on which the... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2012

For a totally out of the "rat race" experience - this is the place to be. Home away from home and back to nature at its absolute fullest and most exquisit! The whole experience is a personal one from the staff down to the personal touches of the "cave". The staff are amazingly warm and welcoming and the grounds and... More

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The Sea Ranch, California
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012

A friend had stayed here several years ago, and her recommendation and the website whetted my travel appetite. Six of us stayed two nights. Antbear is a very idiosyncratic guest lodge in a beautiful setting overlooking the Drakensbergs. The personal attention and handiwork, especially the furniture and woodwork, are truly unique. Phumlani was our host, and was a font of... More

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Additional Information about Antbear Guest House

Address: Box 525 Estcourt 3310, Drakensberg Region 3310, South Africa
Region: South Africa > KwaZulu-Natal > Drakensberg Region
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 13 B&Bs / Inns in Drakensberg Region
Price range (per night): S$279 - 296
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Antbear Guesthouse is a thatched, whitewashed cottage built high on a natural platform overlooking the Bushmans River and Giants Castle. This cottage is a bit off the beaten track and at the same time perfectly situated to explore all that the Drakensberg has to offer. We offer ensuite double accommodation and luxury suite accommodation. The lasted addition is a luxury cave that includes a jacuzzi spa bath, hammock chairs on the deck and a view to die for. This Drakensberg accommodation option offers an eco tourism experience that will be amongst you South African tour highlights ... more   less 
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